Hostal de La Noria Hotel
Oaxaca, Mexico

Oaxaca City, Mexico Travel Information

The city of Oaxaca can be found about 500 km southeast of Mexico City. It is on an arid highland plateau some 1700 meter above sea level.

Oaxaca is a fairly big city with over half a million inhabitants, but it is still quite a relaxed city, unpretentious and friendly. The old inner city has many excellent examples of baroque colonial architecture dating from the 16th century. Mexico's most splendid churches, some of its finest museums, and dozens of well preserved municipal and religious buildings from the colonial era can be found in Oaxaca City. A spring-like and pleasant climate year round has made Oaxaca a good destination for tourists visiting Mexico. Hostal de La Noria is one of the most popular hotels in Oaxaca.

Oaxaca is one of the least developed regions in Mexico. This means that visiting Oaxaca is like looking at the past. The upside for you as a traveler is that lodging and dining in Oaxaca are remarkably affordable. Whatever the region lacks in resort swankiness, it more than makes up for with its quaint inns and comfortable hotels such as the Hostal de La Noria. Native cuisine is outstanding, and the region is home to mezcal, a fiery native liquor similar to tequila.

The area around Oaxaca is rich with archaeological sites, of which about 800 have been surveyed. The area's main attractions are the majestic sites of Monte Alban, Mitla, and Yagul. Each lies within a 25 mile radius of Oaxaca City.

One of the grandest hotels in Oaxaca, Mexico is the Hostal de La Noria Hotel. Oaxaca is the fifth largest state in the country and this hotel is located at the historical center of Oaxaca City. It is different from other Oaxaca hotels because it was actually a beautiful colonial mansion. It has a unique provincial atmosphere with its Mexican décor and a distinct, personalized service.

When visiting Oaxaca, Mexico consider staying at the Hostal de La Noria Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico and experience the wonders of Oaxaca City.

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